How To Fix MDG_BS_BP_DATAREPL035 - Change request type must not be initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MDG_BS_BP_DATAREPL - Messages for Business Partner Data Replication

• Message number: 035

• Message text: Change request type must not be initial

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MDG_BS_BP_DATAREPL035 - Change request type must not be initial ?

  The SAP error message MDG_BS_BP_DATAREPL035 indicates that a change request type must not be initial when working with Master Data Governance (MDG) for Business Partners (BP). This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or process a change request without specifying a valid change request type.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Change Request Type: The change request type has not been specified or is left blank in the configuration or during the execution of the transaction.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the change request types in the MDG system may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the change request type.
  User Input Error: The user may have inadvertently not selected a change request type when initiating the process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Specify a Change Request Type:
  
  Ensure that you select a valid change request type when creating or processing the change request. This can usually be done in the initial screen of the change request creation process.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the MDG configuration settings and verify that the change request types are correctly defined. You can do this by navigating to the relevant customizing transaction (e.g., SPRO) and checking the settings under:
  
  Master Data Governance > General Settings > Change Request Management > Define Change Request Types.
  
  
  Ensure that the change request types are active and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review User Roles and Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or process change requests. Sometimes, missing authorizations can lead to unexpected behavior.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP Help Portal or relevant documentation for your version of MDG to understand the expected behavior and configuration for change request types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error does not occur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP (Business Partner), MDGIMG (MDG Implementation Guide), and others that may be used in the context of MDG.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional help and shared experiences from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully process your change requests in SAP MDG.